This week, Clark County Today invites you to weigh in on a crucial question affecting taxpayers in Washington. TriMet has proposed that Washington taxpayers fund 45% of the operating and maintenance costs for light rail—a plan that would total approximately $7 million annually.
The C-TRAN Board is currently reviewing the proposal, which could involve a sales tax increase in Clark County to cover these expenses. The potential impact of this decision has sparked significant discussion, and we want to hear from you!
Our poll question asks:
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Light rail cost and tax increase revelations cause significant concerns for C-TRAN Board
C-TRAN Board raises concerns over TriMet’s demand for Washington taxpayers to cover $7 million in annual light rail costs for the IBR program.
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- Expect delays on northbound I-205 in Vancouver for guardrail repairs March 4
WSDOT will close the left lane of northbound I-205 in Vancouver from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 4 for guardrail repairs between Exit 36 and the northbound I-5 on-ramp. - Letter: IBR’s money pit
Bob Ortblad argues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program is withholding a higher cost estimate while moving forward with limited funding and an unclear construction timeline. - Full closure: I-5 southbound off-ramp to Exit 11 in north Clark County for maintenance March 3
The southbound I-5 off-ramp to Exit 11 for SR 502/Battle Ground will close March 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for maintenance work. - Unnecessary, unaffordable add-ons likely to spell doom for the I-5 Bridge replacement project
Three Southwest Washington legislators argue the Interstate Bridge Replacement’s rising costs and added features threaten its viability. - Opinion: A-pillars – The safety feature that increases crashes
Doug Dahl explains how wider A-pillars designed to protect occupants in rollovers may also reduce visibility and increase crash risk for other road users.
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